February 24, 2012

There are many words in the English language that could be used to describe me. Quirky is a good one. Efficient would be another. A word you won't find on that list is stylish.

No, I've never cared much about the latest trends. The worst thing of which you could accuse me regarding those is that I usually eventually do follow them, just a few months years too late.

That said, I have to give a huge shout-out to the phenomenal crew at Shabby Apple. They have supplied me with a gorgeous and OH-so-stylish dress from their nifty Mad Hatter collection that elevates my level of sophistication simply by hanging in my closet. Now, if only I had an event to which I could wear it...

To be entered in the giveaway, leave a comment here. Tell me the latest fashion trends in your area of the world. For extra chances to win, do one or both of the following, being sure to leave another comment to let me know what you've done:
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You know what's a trend that I've never given into to? Tucking your pants into your boots. I KNOW, it's everywhere and sometimes I feel like the only woman on earth who doesn't do that, but to be honest (and no offense to anyone), I think it looks stupid. Are you riding a horse today? No? Then stop it. Although it does make sense in rainy climates, like the Pacific Northwest, where the hem of your pants get wet a lot. OK, I'll stop ranting now. :)

We have a lot of brightly colored skinnies with boots, and loose, flowy tops around here. Or belted button up shirts. Cardigans are pretty popular too. I love Shabby Apple dresses (not that I've ever owned one). Their dresses are absolutely gorgeous.

Thanks so much for hosting this giveaway, they have some adorable dresses! In my neck of the woods it's pretty chilly so winter coats and boots are pretty much the fashion right now...and I love it, lol!

I've never been a fashion trendsetter, I'm afraid. Working with kids all day, when I buy clothes I look at two things: They have to allow me to sit comfortably on the floor and everything I wear has to be washable. A pretty dress would be a lovely addition to my weekend wardrobe though. :)

Not sure what the current trends are since the only exposure I have to fashion exists while I watch Project Runway... but within the circle of people I know, we are all excited about my friend Mary's lovely crocheted hats!! Thanks for the giveaway! - from one Grace to another :)

I'm from Maine and this winter we heard a lot about LLBean boots being on trend! I've always had LLBean boots since it is cold and snowy here but this year they were a big seller because people found them stylish ;)

I'm in your camp. My idea of style is the $5 clearance sale on jeans at the local target (I've been known to buy three pairs at a go when they hit that price). I could definitely stand to up my fashion level a bit. Thanks for the opportunity!

I still feel like I can't get away from (other people wearing) skinny jeans. Also, here, the biggest fashiony thing is riding a bike. Which makes me mostly unfashionable, except for once in awhile on the weekend!

Seeing as the weather here has been incredibly unpredictable (from freezing to 70 degrees in a single day, numerous times a week), we're all layering like cakes here to keep our bases covered. (Mmm, layer cakes.) Thanks for the giveaway!